Ceilings

Oakland Nursery Retrofit Highlights the Value of SPF

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:53:16 -0400

An Oakland, Calif., project demonstrates how careful planning, quality installation and high-performance spray foam systems can improve building efficiency in existing facilities.

Construction Hiring Slows Despite More Open Jobs

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:35 -0400

Hiring slows even as construction jobs increase now.

Metro Walls Adds Juan Lopez as Project Manager

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:45:00 -0400

Metro Walls expands its operations team with veteran project manager Juan Lopez.

Construction Robots Advance Frankfurt Office Build

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Autonomous drilling robots improve safety, precision and productivity on a major office build.

Lawrence Group Completes ARC Specialty Clinic

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:28 -0400

New Austin specialty clinic expands access to primary, specialty and surgical care services.

When Designing for Health, Don’t Forget to Look Up

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Material choices are health decisions—improving air quality, acoustics, and daylight while supporting sustainability, safety, and circularity through smarter ceiling specifications like stone wool.

ABC Supply Interiors Acquires Wallboard Inc.

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0400

The acquisition expands ABC Supply Interiors’ presence in the Milwaukee metro area and strengthens its ability to support local contractors and builders.

Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau Project of the Year Awards 2026

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Top Northwest contractors earned honors at the 2026 Wall & Ceiling Conference in Las Vegas.

ATAS Employees Complete Manufacturing Leadership Program

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Two ATAS International employees completed a regional manufacturing leadership program to develop management and business skills.

Mass Timber Takes Center Stage at Vancouver's New Amphitheater

gottliebb@bnpmedia.com (Bryan Gottlieb) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:19:18 -0400

Vancouver's new amphitheater highlights how mass timber fabrication, engineering and installation are expanding into large-scale civic and assembly projects.

Nonresidential Construction Adds 15,700 Jobs in May

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Construction hiring remained strong in May, led by specialty trades and nonresidential growth.

Simpson Strong-Tie Marks Habitat Milestone with Support of 2026 Carter Work Project

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Employees joined thousands of volunteers helping build homes during Habitat's Atlanta event.

Construction Job Openings Rise by 25,000 in April

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Texas and Louisiana have the largest number and percent of 12-month increases, while California and Alaska lag; Florida and New Mexico lead in monthly gains, while New Jersey and Maine have the biggest and steepest losses.

Steady Growth, Strong Field Execution: Inside GK Knutson’s Institutional Project

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

GK Knutson navigates tighter margins and complex institutional work by prioritizing disciplined growth, field execution and team development in the Pacific Northwest interiors market.

Specialty Gypsum Panels Expand Building Uses

Wed, 27 May 2026 10:39:10 -0400

Explore how specialty gypsum panels improve durability, acoustics, fire safety and design.

Joint Compound Market to Reach $9.7B by 2033

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Mon, 25 May 2026 09:52:48 -0400

Urbanization and remodeling trends fuel strong growth in the global joint compound market worldwide.

Metro Walls Adds PM to Strengthen Operations

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Sun, 24 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Metro Walls expands operations team with Jamie Gibbs joining as Project Manager in New England.

PCG Selects Track3D for Drywall Tracking

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Mon, 18 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400

PCG deploys platform to automate drywall and ceiling progress tracking across U.S. jobs.

AGC of New Hampshire Honors 2026 Construction Excellence

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Sun, 17 May 2026 00:00:11 -0400

AGC of NH recognized leading projects, contractors and safety excellence at 2026 awards gala, Optiline recognized among the winners.

USG Advances High-NRC Ceiling Panel Solutions

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Mars 95/30 and Juno panels deliver balanced acoustics, durability and clean ceiling design.

Top 25 Ceiling Contractors of 2026

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Suspended ceilings demand precision, code compliance and tight field coordination. Our Top 25 Ceiling Contractors are leading the way—delivering high-quality installations while managing labor, materials and complex project schedules across diverse markets. See which firms are setting the standard for efficiency, safety and consistent performance.

BILCO Expands Rep Coverage Into Arkansas

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:31 -0400

Rep expansion boosts specification and distribution of roof hatches, vents and access systems.

Walbridge Builds Michigan’s Largest Data Center

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Gigawatt AI campus drives union work, prefab systems and high-performance builds in Michigan.

SFIA Presents Free Webinar on Fire Resistance and Sound Control in Steel-Framed Construction

Tue, 05 May 2026 15:00:00 -0400

This one-hour webinar covers the principles of fire resistance and acoustics, and the importance of balancing fire and sound performance in steel-framed construction.

Seattle Ceiling Contractor Builds with Purpose

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Seattle contractor delivers precise suspended ceilings, complex geometry and on-time execution.

ClarkDietrich Rigid Connectors Earn Certification

Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

ClarkDietrich obtains third-party certification for rigid connectors, expanding design data for blast and seismic applications.

Ceiling Panel System Targets Seamless Acoustics and Design Continuity from Turf

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

New ceiling system delivers seamless coverage and acoustic control for calm, cohesive interiors.

Submit Now For W&C Top 50 Contractors 2026!

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:08:00 -0400

Enter W&C’s Top 50 Contractors; share history, team photos and data for the August feature.

Armstrong's Leader Earns STEP Ahead Honors 2026

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Armstrong World Industries Director of Energy Saving Ceilings earns national recognition for innovative contributions, exceptional leadership by the Manufacturing Institute, the workforce development and education arm of the National Association of Manufacturers. 

Contractors Eye Growth at CISCA Summit 2026

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0400

Read highlights of the Ceilings & Interior Systems Construction Association (CISCA) Summit, which emphasized education, technology and cautious optimism amid steady demand and evolving market conditions.